Amphibian compact cameras seemed for a long time to have no alternative class, but they have now got competitors from an unexpected side – the so-called action-cameras. These primarily video-oriented babies have somehow learned how to handle still photography, but when it comes to shooting sports, for many the ability to capture it is primarily about video.
Fujifilm FinePix XP200 compact camera
16.4MP 28-140mm 5x 2.7″ $250
And as for water resistance and shock resistance, the photo amphibians and action cameras have established parity. It stands to reason that part of the recent efforts of photo equipment developers is aimed at fighting precisely against these upstarts.
The new mid-range FinePix XP70 “waterfowl” camera sees the direction of impact clearly. The equivalent focal length of the built-in zoom can be further increased to 18 mm with a wide-angle attachment, obtaining a more general plan, typical of action cam videos. A dedicated button on the body puts the camera into a special mode where clips are recorded with the screen turned off to save power.
And you can secure it to a cradle for boards, helmets and other sporting equipment. Extreme level of protection is guaranteed. The obtained Full HD movies can be edited without waiting to connect the camera to the computer, trimming or combining specific fragments with built-in software.
Another button on the body is used to switch the device to high-speed mode at 10 full resolution or 60 with reduced image size frames per second. Thanks to this, the photographer will have a better chance to catch a spectacular dynamic shot. Creative shooting is offered using a variety of software filters, of which the XP70 has 9 units, and 6 of them are available for video transformation.
How does the Fujifilm FinePix XP200 compact camera perform in low-light conditions and underwater? Is the image quality and color accuracy satisfactory?
Is the Fujifilm FinePix XP200 compact camera worth investing in? How is the image quality, particularly in low light conditions? Are the durability and waterproof features reliable? Does it have any standout features that set it apart from other compact cameras in the market?